PhotoVogue is thrilled to announce the 40 artists chosen from our East and Southeast Asian Panorama open call.
These artists come from across the region and its diaspora, showcasing the vibrant cultural and artistic diversity of East and Southeast Asia. Their work explores identity, heritage, and modern themes through fashion stories, documentary approaches, and personal narratives. Each project stood out for its visual harmony, clear concept, and compelling relevance.
This open call was dedicated to photographers and filmmakers from East and Southeast Asia, highlighting our commitment to amplifying their voices on a global scale. The selected artists will exhibit at the upcoming PhotoVogue Festival in Milan and be featured in Vogue editions around the world.
The selected artists are:
Adam Han-Chun Lin
Ahuei Zhang
Alessia Gunawan
Archie Geotina
Chan-Hyo Bae
Chiron Duong
Chun Han
Devin Blaskovich
Farid Renais Ghimas
Fumi Nagasaka
Guanling Chen
Guanyu Xu
Guo Li
Isabelle Zhao
Jake Verzosa
Jiayue Li
Juno Seunghui Joo
Keigo Wezel
Kinguv.shih
Kuei-Ting Liu
Lean Lui
Lyu Geer
Michiyo Yanagihara
Minh Nhon
Minjue Kim
Narantsetseg Khuyagaa
Nicole Ngai
Piczo
Puzzleman Leung
Ramona Jingru Wang
Riska Munawarah
Kazuyoshi Usui
Vân-Nhi Nguyễn
Wei Wang
Willian Zou
Xiaoxiao Xu
Xueling Chen
Yao Yuan
Ying Ang
Ziyi Le
GRANT RECIPIENTS
As part of this initiative, PhotoVogue has awarded three special grants to exceptional artists:
– $4,500 – Outstanding Vision Grant
Awarded to an artist whose work pushes creative limits and sets new standards: Adam Han-Chun Lin (Taiwan).
– $2,000 – Vision Grant
Awarded to an artist with a distinctive perspective and powerful artistic voice: Keigo Wezel (Japan).
– $1,500 – Rising Voice Grant
Awarded to an emerging artist whose work shows originality and great promise: Narantsetseg Khuyagaa (Mongolia).
There’s more to come: in partnership with Vogue Japan and Vogue Taiwan, we’ll soon announce the artists selected for Vogue Japan’s special open call, as well as the participants in PhotoVogue’s first-ever Asian Masterclass, held with Vogue Taiwan in Taipei.
Stay tuned for these exciting updates as PhotoVogue continues to support new talent, champion diverse perspectives, and push the boundaries of visual storytelling worldwide. The selected artists will showcase their work at the PhotoVogue Festival in Milan in March 2026—a must-see event celebrating the impact of imagery and the creative vision shaping our future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course Here is a list of helpful and clear FAQs about the PhotoVogue Reveals 40 Chosen Artists announcement
General Information
Q What is PhotoVogue
A PhotoVogue is a global platform by Vogue magazine that supports and showcases photography talent from around the world
Q What was the East and Southeast Asia Open Call
A It was a contest where photographers and artists from East and Southeast Asia could submit their work for a chance to be featured and recognized by the PhotoVogue community
Q Who were the 40 chosen artists
A They are 40 talented photographers and visual artists selected from the many submissions to the Open Call Their work stood out for its creativity vision and technical skill
For the Selected Artists
Q I was selected What happens now
A Congratulations Your work will be featured on the PhotoVogue platform giving you significant international exposure You may also be contacted for future opportunities with Vogue
Q What are the benefits of being a chosen artist
A The main benefits are global visibility validation from a major fashion and photography institution and the potential to connect with industry professionals galleries and new clients
Q Will my work be published in a physical Vogue magazine
A Not necessarily The primary recognition is through the digital PhotoVogue platform However it can be a stepping stone to future print opportunities
For Applicants and Viewers
Q I applied but wasnt selected Can I get feedback on my submission
A Due to the high volume of submissions PhotoVogue typically cannot provide individual feedback The best approach is to review the selected artists work to understand the curatorial vision
Q Where can I see the work of the 40 chosen artists
A Their portfolios will be featured on the PhotoVogue website which is part of Vogues online platform
Q What kind of themes or styles were the selected artists working with
A While it varies the selection often highlights work that offers a fresh perspective on identity culture and contemporary issues often blending traditional and modern techniques unique to the East and Southeast Asian region
Q Will there be another Open Call like this
A PhotoVogue frequently launches global and regional Open Calls Its best to follow their official website